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Vespa

106 reviews
Colour
Bright Orange
Limelight
Size

Speed-of-light wind protection for hammering the tarmac or commuting to the coal face. This ultra-lightweight vest scrunches down to nothing. Its mesh sides let the hard work escape, and aspirant Houdinis can wriggle in and out of it while cruising at the back of the bunch. Hi-visibility Bright Orange or Limelight keeps you in the spotlight.
+Features
  • Full length front zip.
  • Silver mesh sides for maximum breathability.
  • microFoil™ front and back deflects cold wind and light drizzle.
  • Hi-visibility Bright Orange or Limelight helps you stand out in dim light.
  • Hazard!™ reflective logo at rear, and reflective piping on chest and back.
  • Zipped chest pocket turns into itself to form a tidy bundle about the size of a small rodent.
  • S and XXL sizes in selected colours only.
  • Designed & made by us in Aotearoa | New Zealand.
+Tech

  Weight: 110 gm

+microFoil™
Gossamer-light Pertex® shell fabric weighing just 49 gsm. Tightly woven 20 denier semi-dull nylon blocks wind while a water repellent finish resists light drizzle. There is no coating for enhanced breathability. Mini ripstop weave with slight mechanical stretch ensures a performance fit.
  • Composition: 100% nylon.

+Hazard!™
Night travel is a spooky experience. Many Ground Effect garments feature our Hazard!™ reflective logo and piping to help remind traffic that we're on the road too.

+WhaleTail™
Ground Effect tops are cut with extra length in the back... and in the sleeves too. So when you stretch out in search of the perfect downhill position, neither your shirttail or sleeves will ride-up to expose your back or wrists to the elements.

+More than Kiwi Made
Ground Effect clothing is crafted right here in Aotearoa | New Zealand. Has been ever since we started back in 1994. Manufacturing locally works for us. We operate a quick-response system - holding minimal stock of any one item, but churning out a few more quick-smart when the pile gets low. The upshot is that we are seldom caught with our shelves empty, so orders get despatched the same day you place them.

+Washing

  • All Ground Effect clothing enjoys a warm 40ºC machine wash. Try to avoid cold-water detergents and those with bleach, 'oxygen whitener' or fabric softener.
    • The cold-water varieties have little enzymes that are super-charged to brave the cold but can damage technical fabrics and cause skin irritation.
    • Bleach rots natural fibres like merino, strips the dye, attacks laminates of waterproof fabrics and can also cause skin irritation.
    • Sodium Percarbonate (the main ingredient in oxygen whitener) can make colours run.
    • Fabric softener and stuff containing it like wool wash destroys the water repellent finish on waterproof and water resistant fabrics, and can cause colours to run.
  • As a rule of thumb, a product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like Ecostore, Earthwise or Aware.
  • Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.
  • Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast so hanging on the line or drooping over the bedpost is generally the best option. High heat can damage some fabrics so if you do take your threads for a spin, set the device on 'medium' or 'warm' rather than hot. A lap in the dryer is recommended for your rain jacket, after it has dried on the line, as it helps recharge its water repellant finish.

+Shipping
  • Items are generally packed and sent the same day your order is received.
  • Costs $9 by overnight courier within New Zealand.
  • NZ$12 by tracked airmail to Australia.
  • Around NZ$15-25 by tracked airmail to destinations elsewhere in the world - calculated in our shipping cart as you check out. 
    • More shipping and tax details in our FAQ.
    Customer Reviews
    4.7 Based on 106 Reviews
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    Filter Reviews:
      JT
      13/10/2023
      Jason T.
      Australia Australia

      Returned item

      Not exactly what I was looking for.

      JT
      11/10/2023
      John T.
      New Zealand New Zealand

      Nice bright windproof vest but,... waay too BIG for me!

      Nice bright windproof vest. I thought this would be perfect for commuting, but I miss not having any rear pockets! Small front pocket. I stupidly bought (2nd-hand but almost new) the XL size thinking I would be wearing layers underneath. Turned out waaay to BIG for me (183cm height/84kg weight) even with a baselayer, jersey & jacket underneath.

      J
      11/10/2023
      John
      New Zealand New Zealand

      Bright windproof vest ... but waay to BIG for me!

      Nice bright windproof vest. I thought this would be perfect for commuting, but I miss not having any rear pockets! Small front pocket. I stupidly bought (2nd-hand but almost new) the XL size thinking I would be wearing layers underneath. Turned out waaay to BIG for me (183cm height/84kg weight) even with a baselayer, jersey & jacket underneath.

      ME
      09/05/2023
      Mark E.
      New Zealand New Zealand

      Vespa

      Bright color increases visibility while the lightweight and breathable material make it suitable for a range of temperatures. The vest is windproof and it packs away easily for travel and commuting. Overall, it's a versatile and high-quality piece of kit from GE!! I would highly recommend.

      GM
      10/04/2023
      Glenn M.
      New Zealand New Zealand

      Vespa rocks

      I keep coming back to Ground Effect - great product, great design and always great service. Very happy and great to see a Kiwi company do the business!